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Omalizumab Improves Asthma Control in Inner-City Youth
06/21/2011
Results of a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicenter trial [N Engl J Med. 2011;364(11):1005-1015] show that the addition of omalizumab to guidelines-based therapy improved asthma control, reduced the need for other...
Results of a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicenter trial [N Engl J Med. 2011;364(11):1005-1015] show that the addition of omalizumab to guidelines-based therapy improved asthma control, reduced the need for other...
Results of a randomized,...
06/21/2011
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Survey Finds More Uninsured and Struggling to Pay Healthcare Costs in 2010
06/21/2011
For many Americans, the economic recession has also meant a loss of health insurance or higher health-related costs, according to a new report from The Commonwealth Fund; however, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is expected to address some of...
For many Americans, the economic recession has also meant a loss of health insurance or higher health-related costs, according to a new report from The Commonwealth Fund; however, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is expected to address some of...
For many Americans, the economic...
06/21/2011
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Hospital Spending and Patient Outcomes for Sepsis
06/21/2011
Previous studies have found that regions of the United States with high rates of healthcare spending have poorer adherence to quality-of-care measures, worse clinical outcomes, and lower patient and physician satisfaction compared with...
Previous studies have found that regions of the United States with high rates of healthcare spending have poorer adherence to quality-of-care measures, worse clinical outcomes, and lower patient and physician satisfaction compared with...
Previous studies have found that...
06/21/2011
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Conflicts of Interest in Guideline Formation
06/21/2011
Clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) are usually adopted as standard of care and taught as such in training programs for healthcare providers. CPGs are important in the development of initiatives to improve quality of care and are playing an...
Clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) are usually adopted as standard of care and taught as such in training programs for healthcare providers. CPGs are important in the development of initiatives to improve quality of care and are playing an...
Clinical practice guidelines...
06/21/2011
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Tele-ICU Monitoring and Patient Outcomes
06/21/2011
The presence of intensivists—physicians specially trained to care for critically ill patients—in intensive care units (ICUs) has been shown to improve survival, and there are estimates that staffing ICUs with intensivists 24 hours a day would...
The presence of intensivists—physicians specially trained to care for critically ill patients—in intensive care units (ICUs) has been shown to improve survival, and there are estimates that staffing ICUs with intensivists 24 hours a day would...
The presence of...
06/21/2011
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Characteristics of Adopters and Nonadopters of Personal Health Records
06/21/2011
The Markle Foundation defines personal health records (PHRs) as an “Internet set of tools that allows people to access and coordinate their lifelong health information.” PHRs can range from applications maintained by healthcare organizations...
The Markle Foundation defines personal health records (PHRs) as an “Internet set of tools that allows people to access and coordinate their lifelong health information.” PHRs can range from applications maintained by healthcare organizations...
The Markle Foundation defines...
06/21/2011
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Benefits and Harms of Older Persons’ Willingness to Take Medications
06/21/2011
Pay-for-performance and quality-assurance initiatives stress adherence to evidence-based guidelines for the prevention or management of particular diseases. Patient preferences, however, may not agree with the guidelines.
Pay-for-performance and quality-assurance initiatives stress adherence to evidence-based guidelines for the prevention or management of particular diseases. Patient preferences, however, may not agree with the guidelines.
Pay-for-performance and...
06/21/2011
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Standardized Dosing Could Help Patients Organize Medication Regimens
06/21/2011
In the United States, physician prescriptions and labels on medications dispensed by pharmacies often include vague information outlining recommended medication schedules. The schedules are identified either in hourly intervals (every 4-6...
In the United States, physician prescriptions and labels on medications dispensed by pharmacies often include vague information outlining recommended medication schedules. The schedules are identified either in hourly intervals (every 4-6...
In the United States, physician...
06/21/2011
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Use of Services among Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders
06/21/2011
In the United States, the number of students 12 to 17 years of age enrolled in special education with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) increased from 15,480 in 1998 to 99,803 in 2007. Whether the increase is due to changing...
In the United States, the number of students 12 to 17 years of age enrolled in special education with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) increased from 15,480 in 1998 to 99,803 in 2007. Whether the increase is due to changing...
In the United States, the number...
06/21/2011
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REACH VA: A Dementia Caregiver Support Program
06/21/2011
It is estimated that the 11 million caregivers in the United States providing 12.5 billion hours of care to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease are providing care valued at, but unpaid, nearly $44 billion. This unpaid value is in addition to...
It is estimated that the 11 million caregivers in the United States providing 12.5 billion hours of care to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease are providing care valued at, but unpaid, nearly $44 billion. This unpaid value is in addition to...
It is estimated that the 11...
06/21/2011
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The Pharmaceutical Pipeline: 2011 and Beyond
11/29/2011
Atlanta—The number of drugs granted US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval decreased markedly in 2011 compared with other years. The FDA approval rate has slowed and the number of drugs under development has decreased, leading to a...
Atlanta—The number of drugs granted US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval decreased markedly in 2011 compared with other years. The FDA approval rate has slowed and the number of drugs under development has decreased, leading to a...
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Low Rate of Endometrial Abnormalities in Women Taking Tamoxifen
06/09/2016
Findings from a new study may ease the minds of women taking tamoxifen for breast cancer, according to researchers at Loyola Medicine.
Findings from a new study may ease the minds of women taking tamoxifen for breast cancer, according to researchers at Loyola Medicine.
Findings from a new study may...
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Future of Care in CLL: Provider, Managed Care Perspectives
12/21/2022
Adam Kittai, MD, hematology specialist and assistant professor of medicine, Ohio State University; Farrukh Awan, MD, professor of internal medicine, UT Southwestern Medical Center; and Jeffrey Dunn, PharmD, MBA, chief clinical officer,...
Adam Kittai, MD, hematology specialist and assistant professor of medicine, Ohio State University; Farrukh Awan, MD, professor of internal medicine, UT Southwestern Medical Center; and Jeffrey Dunn, PharmD, MBA, chief clinical officer,...
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Bridging the Gaps in Prior Authorization: Challenges, Solutions, and Collaboration for Better Patient Care
11/13/2024
David Sand, MD, MBA, chief medical officer at ZeOmega, discusses the challenges of prior authorization, emphasizing the need for transparency, evidence-based standards, collaboration between payers and providers, and the potential for...
David Sand, MD, MBA, chief medical officer at ZeOmega, discusses the challenges of prior authorization, emphasizing the need for transparency, evidence-based standards, collaboration between payers and providers, and the potential for...
David Sand, MD, MBA, chief...
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The Evolving Role of CGRP-targeting Therapies in Migraine Prevention
10/31/2024
Richard Lipton, MD, provides insights on the American Headache Society’s position statement update on calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP)-targeting therapies as a first-line option for the prevention of migraine.
Richard Lipton, MD, provides insights on the American Headache Society’s position statement update on calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP)-targeting therapies as a first-line option for the prevention of migraine.
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Unmet Needs in the Treatment and Management of Non–Small Cell Lung Cancer
09/26/2024
Alexander I. Spira, MD, PhD, discusses significant unmet needs in the treatment and management of non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
Alexander I. Spira, MD, PhD, discusses significant unmet needs in the treatment and management of non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
Alexander I. Spira, MD, PhD,...
09/26/2024
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Treatment Options for NSCLC: A Discussion on Coverage, Clinical Outcomes, and Payer Perspectives
09/25/2024
Learn about research developments in 1L therapy for NSCLC patients with EGFR mutations and how outcomes may impact coverage and reimbursement decisions for insurers.
Learn about research developments in 1L therapy for NSCLC patients with EGFR mutations and how outcomes may impact coverage and reimbursement decisions for insurers.
Learn about research...
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Addressing the Root Cause of a Common Ocular Condition: A Virtual Roundtable
09/04/2024
View a roundtable discussion on Demodex blepharitis, a prevalent ocular condition that often goes undiagnosed in patients.
View a roundtable discussion on Demodex blepharitis, a prevalent ocular condition that often goes undiagnosed in patients.
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09/04/2024
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Addressing Health Disparities and Promoting Equity: The Role of Advanced Imaging Solutions
08/15/2024
Guest expert Jordan Bazinsky discusses the challenges facing the medical imaging industry, the potential of AI and emerging technologies, the role of advanced imaging solutions in promoting health equity, and the key trends and challenges...
Guest expert Jordan Bazinsky discusses the challenges facing the medical imaging industry, the potential of AI and emerging technologies, the role of advanced imaging solutions in promoting health equity, and the key trends and challenges...
Guest expert Jordan Bazinsky...
08/15/2024
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Farrukh Awan, MD
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Promising Therapies and Clinical Trials for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
08/14/2024
Farrukh Awan, MD, highlights promising therapies and clinical trials within the field of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).
Farrukh Awan, MD, highlights promising therapies and clinical trials within the field of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).
Farrukh Awan, MD, highlights...
08/14/2024
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Evolving Health Care Contact Centers Into Drivers of Value-Based Care
07/31/2024
Discover how health care contact centers can transform into drivers of value-based care through AI, automation, upskilling agents, and rethinking workflows and metrics to improve patient outcomes and population health.
Discover how health care contact centers can transform into drivers of value-based care through AI, automation, upskilling agents, and rethinking workflows and metrics to improve patient outcomes and population health.
Discover how health care contact...
07/31/2024
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Enhancing Patient Medication Adherence: Insights and Strategies From Asembia 2024
06/11/2024
Lucille Accetta, PharmD, MBA, MSPH, Senior Vice President of CVS Specialty Operations
Key stakeholders in the health care industry gathered to discuss prevalent topics at this year's Asembia annual summit. Medication adherence emerged as one of the most talked-about issues. In a session led by Lucille Accetta, PharmD, MBA,...
Key stakeholders in the health care industry gathered to discuss prevalent topics at this year's Asembia annual summit. Medication adherence emerged as one of the most talked-about issues. In a session led by Lucille Accetta, PharmD, MBA,...
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06/11/2024
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Navigating the Impact of the Inflation Reduction Act: Implications for Payers, Patients, and Manufacturers
05/24/2024
Melissa Andel, Principal, CommonHealth Solutions, LLC
Learn about the impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act on payers and patients, highlighting the changes in Medicare benefits and drug coverage coming in 2025 and 2026.
Learn about the impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act on payers and patients, highlighting the changes in Medicare benefits and drug coverage coming in 2025 and 2026.
Learn about the impacts of the...
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